What is Nefertiti & The Great Lake about?

It’s an empowering children’s story about a young Black princess who sacrifices her beauty to help her people, learning that courage and kindness are her true strengths.

What age group is this book for?

Ideal for ages 4–8, but perfect for any reader who loves princess stories and inspiring heroines.

What makes this book different from other princess stories?

It’s rooted in African history and teaches that real beauty comes from the heart, not appearance.

Why is representation important in this book?

It gives children — especially Black girls — a princess who looks like them and embodies confidence and leadership.

Is this book good for classrooms?

Yes! Teachers use it for Black History Month, Women’s History Month, and lessons on self-esteem and culture.

TL Johnson, a children’s author who creates stories that inspire confidence, love, and representation for every child.

Can it be paired with other books?

Absolutely! It fits beautifully with Tut the Responsible and Cleopatra the Wise in the TL Johnson royal series.

Yes — the artwork brings ancient Egypt to life in vibrant color and detail.

Definitely! It’s a timeless story that encourages self-love and courage — perfect for birthdays, holidays, or classrooms.

Nefertiti & The Great Lake – Black Princess Book for Kids

Cover of Nefertiti & The Great Lake by TL Johnson featuring a young Black princess beside a glowing Great Lake.

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Young girl reading Nefertiti & The Great Lake (Mini Monarchs #1).

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Black princess storybook about courage, self-worth, and kindness. Nefertiti & The Great Lake (Mini Monarchs #1).

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Before she was a legend, she was a little girl with a big heart. 🌅

More than the most beautiful girl to ever grace the Nile, Nefertiti & The Great Lake tells the story of a young princess who learns that true beauty isn’t found in mirrors — it’s found in courage, kindness, and the power to lift others.

When a dark enchantment spreads across the Great Lake, threatening her people, Nefertiti must make a choice that will change everything: give up her beauty so every child in her kingdom can shine just as bright.

A Story That Redefines Royalty 👑✨

Written by TL Johnson, this empowering Black children’s book reimagines ancient Egypt through the eyes of a young queen in the making.
It’s a tale of bravery, sacrifice, and the kind of magic that comes from believing in your own light.

Perfect for families looking for stories that celebrate representation, confidence, and love.

Why Parents & Teachers Love It ❤️

✊🏾 Celebrates Black beauty, history, and cultural pride
🌍 Introduces young readers to African royalty and mythology
👸🏾 Encourages confidence, compassion, and leadership
📚 Perfect for ages 4–8 — great for classroom or bedtime reading

Representation That Inspires Generations 🌟

Nefertiti & The Great Lake gives children a princess who looks like them, feels like them, and reminds them that they’re already enough — powerful, beautiful, and worthy of their crown.

Perfect Pairings 📖

Pair this with Tut the Responsible and Cleopatra the Wise for a full royal collection that teaches courage, intelligence, and kindness through powerful Black heroes and queens.

👉 Add Nefertiti & The Great Lake to your library today and let your child discover the hero within.

💖 For the princesses in training. Explore the Crowned Cuties Collection — inspiring stories and coloring adventures that teach courage, confidence, and creativity.

Paperback	34 pages
ISBN-13	978-1974025176
Product Dimensions	8 x 0.08 x 10 inches
Language	English
Publication Date	October 8, 2017

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